Corrosion in infrastructure

Corrosion is a major challenge for infrastructure such as bridges, tunnels, ports and other steel and concrete structures. It affects both safety and service life, and leads to significant costs for maintenance, repair and replacement.

At RISE, we support asset owners, consultants and contractors with knowledge and solutions for corrosion protection – from early design stages to inspection, maintenance and life extension.

A long-term perspective on corrosion protection

Infrastructure is often expected to function for many decades under varying and sometimes harsh environmental conditions. This places high demands on material selection, protective systems and maintenance strategies.

We work with:

selection and evaluation of corrosion protection systems
development of specifications and requirements
testing and verification of materials and coatings
inspection and condition assessment of structures
strategies for maintenance and life extension

Our work is based on both laboratory testing and long-term exposure in real environments.

From standards to real-world conditions

Standards and guidelines are important tools, but they do not always fully reflect real conditions. Environmental factors, design details and application quality all influence how corrosion protection performs over time.

RISE contributes with:

interpretation and application of standards
development of test methods
evaluation of new and alternative solutions
support in procurement and requirement setting

Supporting better decisions

Choosing the right corrosion protection solution involves balancing cost, performance, environmental impact and practical feasibility.

By combining research, testing and practical experience, we provide decision support that helps reduce uncertainty and improve long-term outcomes for infrastructure.